GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
gustoan individual or special taste
tumultdisorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
resolutionthe act or process of resolving: such as
providentfrugal
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
illimitableincapable of being limited or bounded : measureless